In the bowl of an electric mixer with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and 1 cup of sugar until they are just combined. Add the vanilla.

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour and salt; then add them to the butter-and-sugar mixture.

Mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together.

Add zest, lavender, and citrus juice.

Dump onto a surface dusted with flour and roll shape into a flat disk. Wrap in plastic and chill for 30 minutes.

Roll the dough 1/2-inch thick and cut with a 3-inch heart-shaped cutter.

Place the hearts on an ungreased sheet pan and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the edges begin to brown. Allow to cool to room temperature. And enjoy with your friends and family!

I can’t wait to try these. Lavender has been in bloom here in Turkey and I’m always looking for new ways to use it. I will have to wait to make these until I can bring more vanilla extract into the country but thanks for posting the recipe. It looks delightful!! Beautiful photos!